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A biography of the Spanish explorer who led the first European expedition to reach the Mississippi River, explored in what is now Florida, and took part in the Spanish conquest of the Inca Empire.

"Discusses the life of Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto, including his travels in the Americas, the claim of Florida for Spain, and his eventual discovery of the Mississippi River"--Provided by publisher.

Presents a brief biography of the sixteenth-century Spanish explorer who traveled across Florida and other southern states, and became the first white man to cross the Mississippi River.

A biography of the Spanish explorer who became the first European to reach the Mississippi River.

Describes the adventures of conquistador Hernando de Soto, providing background on his early life and discussing the ways Spain's search for wealth dramatically changed North America.

A biography of the wealthy Spanish explorer who became the first white man to cross the Mississippi.

Portrays Hernando de Soto as both a pirate and explorer who, while a failure in some ways, had a lasting influence through such actions as introducing pigs to the Americas.

A biography of the wealthy Spaniard who came to the New World to seek glory and who, in 1541, became the first European to reach the Mississippi River.

A biography of the wealthy Spanish explorer who became the first white man to cross the Mississippi.

An account of the exploration of the American South by Hernando de Soto, Ponce de Leon, and others.